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Grilled Sesame-Ginger Eggplant with Fried Rice


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  • Author: Chantelle Zakariasen
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Vegetable fried rice combines with marinated eggplant for a vegetarian dish that shows off the grill and garden with amazing flavor.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2 whole eggplants, 1/4 inch length wise slices
  • 1 yellow zucchini, 1/4 inch length wise slices
  • 1/4 C coconut aminos or gluten-free tamari
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as peas, carrots, and bell peppers)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Slice the eggplants and zucchini into 1/4 inch slices lengthwise.
  2. In a bowl, mix coconut aminos, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create a marinade.
  3. Marinate the eggplant and zucchini slices in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Grill the marinated eggplant and zucchini slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side until tender and grill marks appear.
  6. In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
  7. Add mixed vegetables and cooked rice to the pan, stir-frying for about 5 minutes.
  8. Add soy sauce, sesame seeds, and season with salt and pepper, mixing well.
  9. Serve the grilled eggplant and zucchini over the fried rice.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 5